For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 508 students in 28705, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28705, NC is Mitchell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28705 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28705, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28705 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mitchell High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28705, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
416 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3400
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
28705, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12190 North Hwy 226
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Gr: K-5 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28705, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28705, NC include Mitchell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28705?
1 public high schools are located in 28705.
What is the racial composition of students in 28705?
28705 public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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